The Company

Yusen Logistics is the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services.

We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are now seeking Class 2 Drivers for our new site in Northampton (NN7 4DE). The salary for this role is £34,386 per annum working Monday to Friday, based on a 40-hour contract. Start times will be between 03:00-06:00 dependant on your delivery destination.

The Benefits:
• Salary of £34,386 per annum
• Company Pension Scheme
• Free eye test
• Employee referral scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• My Strength Wellbeing App
• Mental Health First Aiders support
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Free car parking
• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking company
• Employee benefits i.e., up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service

This is a fantastic opportunity for a DCPC qualified Class 2 driving professional, looking to take their next career step, to join our world-renowned logistics company.
Our values are ‘Connected, Committed and Creative’ This approach is why we can offer you an exceptional wellness package, as we believe that a happy you is good for you and good for us! So, if you are ready for your next step and eager to make an impact, we are waiting to hear from you!

The Role:
As an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will complete deliveries to both customer and Yusen depots across various geographical areas of England. This role can be physical as you will be manual handling ‘white’ goods off the truck via a tail lift. Some deliveries may require instillations of the products so you will be given specialist training to equip you with the skills to perform your duties to the highest level. Depending on the volumes, you may also drive 7.5 vehicles and vans to make your deliveries, to maximise the efficiency of the business.

Key Activities:
• Timely and safe Delivery of all planned goods
• Manual handling of goods, including loading and unloading
• Undertake any other duties as necessary in line with operations requirements
• To ensure service level agreements are maintained
• Meet all special instructions as detailed on delivery documentation
• Ensure all documentation is signed and completed as required
• On return to Depot, report to office for full debrief
• Comply with the vehicle security and standing instructions at all times
• Contribute effectively in a team environment
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle at all times
• Provide excellent customer service

About You:

To be considered as an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:
• A full, valid driving LGV Class 2 licence
• At least 12 months commercial LGV Class 2 driving experience
• A maximum of six points on your licence (excluding BA, CD, DD, DR or DG codes)
• A valid DCPC qualification
• A valid Digital Tachograph card
• To be prepared to use manual handling techniques to deliver products to our Customers
• Excellent communication skills
• To be customer-focused with a ‘can do’ attitude
• To be able to work within a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• A flexible approach to your work and the ability to start at different times if necessary

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Yusen Logistics Ltd is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.